Getting time to work out isn't as easy as it used to be. When I start planning out my week (I use a digital calendar AND a white board), I start with family obligations. First the girls' stuff goes in - teacher conferences, doctors appointments, music and sports. Then I add in ...read more
I love to keep my closet tidy and organized. It makes putting together outfits easy and fun. That means I stay on top of closet clean outs. I donate quite a bit of clothing to worthy organizations like Dress for Success, but some of my more pricey pieces aren't suitable for the ...read more
I'm here to tell you facebook ads really work. Lively wore me down during the early days of the COVID shut down. I was stuck at our new home with a handful of bras. I wanted the perfect bra that was both supportive and comfortable and allowed me to forget I was even wearing one. ...read more
Flip flops. I just love them. The sound of the little flip and flop, the ease of just slipping them on (nothing else in my life is so easy!) and they can be worn with just about anything. With so many cool flip-flops to choose from, you could have a few for going out, some for ...read more
My life is simpler these days. There aren't too many events on my calendar right now. I'm homeschooling and working from home and trying to explore our new home. I don't need a lot of fancy clothes right now, but I can walk in style with the cool new sneaker trends for spring. ...read more
Welcome to my summer quarantine uniform. Tank top, sandals, and denim. It will be on constant repeat this summer, the key is keeping it colorful and making it look like I am having a good time. I believe what we wear can have a HUGE impact on how we feel. Related: Stay in and ...read more
With summer comes long days at the beach and lounging by the pool. But as moms it also means that we always have to have our bags packed with essentials, snacks, clothing - and really, everything else. One of our favorite looks for summer is the Straw Bag and we uncovered some of ...read more
Raise your hand if t-shirts and joggers are your go-to uniform right now? I see a lot of hands in the air. This COVID social distancing approved outfit is the best way to stay in and still look cute in your summer fashions. Here are a few pieces (everything under $100!) that will ...read more
What a weird time it is to be someone who cares about style and clothes. It feels like a lifetime ago that I took these photos to show off the pieces I'd carefully selected from cabi to freshen up my spring wardrobe. What we need is fashion for RIGHT NOW, that means the spring ...read more
Shopping is supposed to be fun. Remember the days when we complained about how busy we were and stretched too thin? Well nowadays we still don't have a ton of time but we do have a lot of time with our kids and if you are like me you are noticing they've grown out of EVERYTHING. ...read more
I know spring 2020 is like no other. Many of us are feeling insecure about the future. I get it. For many of us putting together fun outfits for spring is not on the top of the list. But ladies, I'm here to talk about the power of fashion to lift our spirits. A new piece from ...read more
I love a good collaboration. When it comes to fashion, the power of two really is stronger. For the fifth year Talbots is teaming up with O, The Oprah Magazine for a co-branded capsule collection. And once again, the partnership aims to give back. From February 18th to March ...read more
With the biggest date night of the year coming up, I thought I'd share the dress that is making me so happy right now. It's a new piece from the cabi 2020 Spring Collection and I think we've found the perfect Valentine's date night outfit. No matter who your date is or where you ...read more
My ski gear has to be as versatile as I am. My time is split between romping in the mountains and racing through NYC. I love that Rossignol is updating their designs to keep up with women like me. Rossignol is a Ski Style Icon Since 1907, Rossignol has the benchmark in winter ...read more
Even though it's winter and you might not be thinking about the sun, consider this your reminder to put on your sunglasses. When it comes to picking out frames, I know that they have to look good to inspire you to wear them all year long. I've come up with tips for how to pick ...read more
I was in Knoxville last December and like any good blogger, I ventured out to find what was cool and trendy. I found a cool area downtown by the market square and picked up this new sweater. I've been living in it for weeks and thought I'd share my tips for styling cozy ...read more
Nothing ruins a good outdoor adventure like having the wrong gear. I have been relying on Skhoop to provide me with chic layers for the past few ski seasons and they don't let me down. This winter I've been slipping on the chic Osa jacket in this iridescent silver to play in the ...read more
I love a good outlet shopping haul. On a recent girl's getaway I popped into the Woodbury Outlets and got two amazing pieces at All Saints. One find was a black pair of distressed denim. As I slipped them on, I wondered: Am I too old for this trend? Should this look be tucked way ...read more
I'm not a PETA member and while I love animals, I could be a better advocate. Here's the thing, I'm admittedly self-serving when it comes to what I wear. Mostly I'm lead by my fashion sense. I'm very into the faux leather trend and now I've got a new find to share. Here's why you ...read more
I’m in party mode! The shopping and decorating are done and it’s time to have fun. I’m dressing up in Nic + Zoe this holiday to make my season a little brighter and merrier. For holiday outfit ideas, I've put together two Nic + Zoe outfits to show you what to wear to all your ...read more
I'm happy to announce we've found the best faux leather leggings! Leggings are likely a wardrobe staple for you. But are you wearing a pair that shows you in your best light? I've been testing (um, I mean wearing these everywhere) this pair from Commando for about a month now and ...read more
American Girl...love it or hate it you simply have to admire the empire. We're fans of this brand--it promotes reading and a knowledge of history. Plus, we find the fashions irresistible. For die-hard fans, a visit to NYC's American Girl store is a must-see. Even if your ...read more
I don't know about you, but I have trouble resisting the holiday sales. Now that it's cold in my neck of the woods, all I want to wear are yummy sweaters and leggings. That's what I'm shopping for right now. And since this will be the season of cozy chic fashions, I thought I ...read more
Fall means rich colors, sophisticated prints and layering on the accessories. This autumn, I've been staying warm and stylish with super cute fashions from British designer, Joules. Styling Joules for a Momtrends Event Last week I was hosting a mom influencer event here in NYC. ...read more
Are you ready to integrate some new outfits into your closet? As the temperature cools, I find myself wearing more and more denim. I'm excited to share these great denim finds for fall that don't involve blue jeans. It's a new brand for me and I'm loving the style and fresh take ...read more
Yoga has been keeping this mama fit and centered since 1994. That's when I started practicing back in St. Louis at a funky ahsram. While I've changed yoga studies many times, my practice has never stopped. In fact, I practiced through two pregnancies. One thing that helps keep my ...read more
How many times have you left when the sun is shining up above only to get caught in a sudden, unexpected downpour? Unfortunately this has happened to me on more than one occasion. I'm excited to share my latest find: RainRaps reversible rain covers. Cool and functional rain gear ...read more
Leggings are a fashion favorite because they are so comfortable. But finding a pair that looks appropriate outside of the gym can be tricky. I found a new pair from Talbots that I adore, and I'm sharing tips on how to style and wear leggings this fall. Talbots Soho Legging This ...read more
Layering season is coming, and I admit I'm getting a little excited. I love early fall when it's time to dig out the boots and start adding more fashion touches. I'm having a great time experimenting with this new item from Heidi Kagan--it's one wrap that can be styled four ...read more
Last week, I talked about how a new phone case did the trick as an accessory to boost my look. Today, I'm sharing transitional outfit ideas for fall. I'm using BaubleBar jewelry to transform a basic outfit to something chic. It's an easy solution that won't take up a lot of space ...read more
Back-to-school fashion extends to our accessories. At our house, the ladies love talking about style. When we prepped for back to school, new sneakers were a big deal. But they weren't the only accessories the girls cared about -- they both wanted new phone cases, too. I asked ...read more
This summer was amazing. We traveled. We stayed home. We sat by the pool. We read books. We made so, so many memories. Part of me is excited for school to start on Wednesday, and part of me is having trouble letting go. While I do love fall and sweater weather, there are certain ...read more
Here's why you deserve pretty sleepwear: you might be a mom, but you are also a woman. Before the kids came along, you were a woman, probably one who invested in her style. Now that you and I have evolved into women with children, we seem to have less time for ourselves. Getting ...read more
The goal? To STOP the competition, STOP the cattiness, STOP the hate, and to change your world by BEING KIND. It's a big back-to-school mission and Bloomingdale's is once again teaming up with Kind Campaign to spread kindness and we want you to join the movement. Change your ...read more
I know I'm not breaking the news on this trend for moms, but graphic tees are still going strong and I still love them. My favorite graphic tees for moms include messages that inspire or make us laugh. Nowadays, tee shirts can go to the office and right out to dinner. the trick ...read more
Hello August! It's one of my favorite times of year. My kids are either at summer camp or at home savoring the last weeks of freedom. It's time for my big tomato harvest in my kitchen garden, and it the perfect season for dresses. Last week we features another dress from ...read more
The dog days of summer are here, and I know it. Putting clothing on is the LAST thing we want to do. It's easier to just jump in the pool or hide in the A/C in your PJs, but life goes on even when the thermometer rises. Staying stylish in soaring temperatures isn't easy, but it's ...read more
The summer style question of the week is: is wet hair acceptable. The overwhelming answer was YES! I packed this new daisy dress for a beach trip and thought it was a perfect time to show off these Maje Official fashions from Paris. Maje Official Fashions from Paris I found the ...read more
Summer is here and I love styling looks that are playful, that's why I'm embracing summer palazzo pants. I took them on a recent trip to Marseille and they were an absolute hit in France. Related: Making money with The Real Real Consignment And since I'm a word geek (an amateur ...read more
It's summertime and that means I am hitting the road, and the airports, and the train stations. My middle name is adventure and I love to explore the world. As such, I've become a pretty adept packer. One of my claims to fame is that I took a year-long trip around the world with ...read more
Some trends I sit and watch a while before I jump in. Most moms I know love the jumpsuit trend. It's easy and doesn't require a whole lot of thought (though it can be tricky when it comes time to go to the bathroom). A few weeks ago I was in Washington, DC shopping with my ...read more
I'm planning some fun summer getaways and starting to pack. Since I try to be somewhat of a minimalist when I travel to the beach, I want a coverup that looks smashing. I found this fun summer caftan for beach vacations from MiracleSuit, and I love how it's making my summer ...read more
I know where to go when I need to get the perfect small bags for summer travel --LeSportSac. I went to my favorite place to send tourists in NYC --the DUMBO Brooklyn waterfront to show you how easy it is to style this bag and get ready for your summer adventures. Related: The 10 ...read more
Running with my teen and tween daughters has been a great source of pride and joy for me. It's a way to show them how much fun exercise can be -- it's a great way to turn a workout into a bonding experience. My 11 year old and I have done a number of 5K's together. As a treat to ...read more
When it comes to adding cute linen pieces to my summer wardrobe, Boden is always a great resource. This summer I'm crazy for all things linen and metallic. Combining these two trends is my favorite way to pull off everyday effortless summer dressing. Related: The 10 best flip ...read more
Brooklyn has become mighty trendy these days. When I first moved here 15 years ago from the Upper East Side of Manhattan, many friends thought I was crazy. Nowadays, Brooklyn apartments sell for more than those in Manhattan. Part of the reason is our ability to foster creativity ...read more
Is it not enough to tell you you'll look ten pounds slimmer in just ten seconds? Well, if you need more convincing, read on as I tell you why you must experience a MiracleSuit Swimsuit at least once. Trying on a MiracleSuit For the past two years we've hosted a gorgeous group on ...read more
Spring has arrived in NYC and it's awesome. We've all been able to shed a few layers and I'm even in sandals on occasion. But it's not quite time for sundresses and shorts. Here on the East Coast, we rely on denim to get us through a lot of the spring season. This past week I ...read more
I'm a shoe girl through and through. Every spring it's a big celebrate in NYC when it's finally warm enough to put my boots away and start thinking about sandal season. Now that it's warmer and my toes are ready to see the sun, I did some shopping at Shoe Parlor here in New York ...read more
It's time to talk about bikinis and women. Recently my friend Danielle, Editor of Pretty Extraordinary got some mom shame thrown her way at the beach for wearing a bikini. First of all Danielle is pretty fabulous from top to bottom (check out our swim shoot from last year). ...read more
